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Healthy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowl: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

Ingredients

– 1 lb ground turkey
– 1 cup brown or white rice (uncooked)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 1 cup bell pepper, sliced (any color)
– 1 carrot, julienned
– 3 green onions, chopped
– ΒΌ cup low-sodium soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1 teaspoon minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon grated ginger
– Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Creating your Healthy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowl is a breeze when you follow these simple steps:

1. Cook the Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions (typically, this involves boiling water, adding rice, and simmering until tender).
2. Prep the Vegetables: While the rice cooks, chop your broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and green onions.
3. Cook the Ground Turkey: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
4. Add Vegetables: Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the low-sodium soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until combined.
6. Combine Everything: Pour the sauce over the turkey and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Stir well to coat all the ingredients evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
7. Serve: Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Serve the turkey and vegetable mixture over a bed of rice.
8. Garnish: Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Each step is designed to ensure you enjoy the process of creating this healthy and flavorful rice bowl.

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